Chief Operating Officer

Key leadership position that will play a pivotal role driving commercial strategies
Actively contribute to the growth and success of Australia’s busiest racing operation
Join racing Queensland, Employer Of Choice Winner 2023

Role Summary

Are you a Purpose-led executive leader that has proven experience in delivering on commercial and operational strategies?

Racing Queensland is looking for a Chief Operational Officer (COO) to join our Executive Leadership Team.

In this role, you’ll ensure the long-term growth and sustainability of Racing. The COO has primary responsibility for Thoroughbred, Harness and Greyhound strategy development, operational excellence and stakeholder partnerships across the three codes of racing.

The role also ensures delivery of a compelling racing product across three codes of racing. It also has leadership of operational functions associated with Information Technology (IT), People and Performance (HR) and industry education via a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), aligning these key areas with RQ's strategic goals to maintain a high performing and strong workplace culture, industry excellence and innovation.

What we expect from you

You’re comfortable in a fast-paced environment and always excited to rise to the challenge.
You’ll channel your inflluence, resilience and agility to think fast and adapt to suit the problem at hand.
You'll empower others with your results-driven attitude and exceptional interpersonal skills, building trusted partnerships that propel our industry forward
You’ll lead by example and thrive on meeting (and exceeding) expectations in a high-performance culture.

What you can expect from us

Work for a diverse and dynamic multi-code organisation where no two days are alike, fostering an empowered culture that encourages innovation and initiative.
Make a real impact on the industry, the communities it serves and the great state of Queensland.
Unlock significant development and career progression opportunities protecting the integrity of a tri-code Principal Racing Authority.
Enjoy a warm and inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives and welcomes contributions from every corner of the business, ensuring everyone has the support and freedom to thrive.

What you’ll do, day to day

Lead the development and implementation of a high-quality racing product across all three codes.
Create and implement racing programs that grow wagering revenues and support increased on-course attendance.
Identify new and innovative opportunities to drive commercially viable and sustainable outcomes across three codes.
Lead racing programming, handicapping, race fields creation and results management functions.
Formulate programming and prizemoney strategies to maximise returns to RQ and improve participant viability.
Lead the functions within your portfolio to help formulate department strategy, manage risk and deliver on short to medium term strategic objectives.
Provide advice and expertise to the CEO and Board on industry partnerships and performance, club commercial development and asset and facilities management.

This is a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your resilience and ability to rise to the challenge will play a key role in shaping the future of our industry. With a commitment to collaboration, your results-driven attitude, resilience and “get it done attitude”, you will build trusted partnerships with all stakeholder groups.

This role affords the scope to realise the significant professional uplift of working for a tri-code Principal Racing Authority. We recruit values-aligned people into Racing Queensland who lead by example and thrive on delivering results in a high performance culture.

The Organisation: Racing Queensland

Racing Queensland (RQ) is a statutory body whose primary purpose is to promote, enhance and provide a platform to service the industry across three codes of racing: Thoroughbred, Greyhound and Harness.

RQ’s vision is to connect people through the thrill of racing, and its mission is to be Queensland’s number #1 sport.

Benefits

Hybrid work life
Professoinal and Personal Development
Leadership Development
Your Leave, your way
Support and celebrate you
Community Giving & Thrive Together

We encourage you to check out our generous benefits and about working at RQ here

RQ values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people.

Our commitment to First Nations people and cultures is demonstrated through our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and First Nations Strategy. We are progressing self-determination by recognising the cultural richness and interests of First Nations people. We are investing in a culturally connected and agile organisation, with the skills and experience we need to support better outcomes for First Nations people. We are taking a collaborative approach in fundamental areas like employment and procurement, and by building strong and sustainable partnerships with First Nations organisations and communities. We are focused on working with First Nations people to improve service design and delivery, knowing that this will deliver better outcomes for all of Queensland.

We acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of our talent strategy. The creation of a diverse, inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and enhance our success.

We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, diverse cultures and backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ identities, and all age groups and genders to apply.

How to apply

To be considered for this exciting opportunity click ‘APPLY” now to submit your:

Covering letter outlining your experience and addressing the selection criteria in the COO booklet
Current CV

To view and download a position description andCOO recruitment booklet please visit our website https://www.racingqueensland.com.au/careers-training/careers/current-vacancies

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Stephen Butler, People and Performance Advisor: sbutler@racingqueensland.com.au, or 0421 150 488.

Applications close 5pm on Friday 24 MAY 2024

Please note the following conditions apply:

May be required to work on weekends and extended hours when reasonably required.
Must hold a current drivers licence.
Intrastate and/or interstate travel may be a requirement.
May be required to undergo a criminal history check.
Must have the right to work in Australia.
Understanding/passion/willingness to learn about the sport of racing and nuances associated with the industry

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